Archaeologists uncovered a complete bath complex that was used for centuries in Port Said.
Archaeologists are planning to restore the ceremonial gateway to the ancient city of Parseh (Persepolis).
“The concept of zero began with Sumerian accountants, who first used a blank space to denote an absence in records.”
Now online: “New Insights on Nimrud,” hosted by The British Institute for the Study of Iraq, with talks by:
- John MacGinnis: Recent Work at Nimrud
- Nigel Tallis: Publishing the Nimrud Bowls
- Dirk Wicke: Ivories from the Burnt Palace
The British Institute for the Study of Iraq honored Gertrude Bell who died one hundred years ago in Baghdad. The 2016 movie about her life, “Letters from Baghdad,” is available for rent on several platforms.
Polis is offering an online course in the Eblaite language.
“The French archaeological mission in Libya has concluded its 2026 field season, presenting the key results of its work, which included significant archaeological discoveries and studies at the sites of Apollonia, Lathron, and Leptis Magna.”
“A 1,500-year-old Madaba map of the Holy Land will reach a new generation through virtual reality (VR), interactive displays and traveling exhibitions under a new project at the University of Göttingen in Germany.”
“Italian divers have discovered an ancient Roman shipwreck off the coast of Sicily, believed to be more than 2,000 years old. The vessel was found piled high with hundreds of well-preserved containers, which were used to transport goods such as wine and olive oil.”
“Archaeologists have uncovered a second-century building with mosaics and frescoes near the Colosseum that may have been barracks used by ancient Roman firefighters.”
Archaeopress is hosting a Summer Sale: “For the next four weeks, more than 400 archaeology, heritage and ancient history titles are available at specially reduced prices, with discounts of 30–75% across a wide selection of our backlist.”
Archaeological Paths is offering an 8-day tour of Egypt during the time of the solar eclipse for a cool $20,000. An extra day at Alexandria is only $2,000. Tips not included.
HT: Agade, Ted Weis, Explorator, Paleojudaica